Atty. Michael James Entin
Mr. Michael James Entin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, state and federal criminal law, narcotics cases and 4 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Michael James Entin at a Glance
Michael James Entin is an Attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Michael J. Entin, P.A.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1978) and University of Florida (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael James Entin
- Mr. Michael James Entin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, state and federal criminal law, narcotics cases and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Michael practices at Michael J. Entin, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael James Entin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Entin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Drug Crimes in Fort Lauderdale
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Criminal Defense in Fort Lauderdale
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Federal Crimes in Fort Lauderdale
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White Collar Crimes in Fort Lauderdale
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Consumer Protection in Fort Lauderdale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Lauderdale Choose Michael James Entin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael James Entin's practice in the field of drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael James Entin brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Michael James Entin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Michael James Entin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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